§ Mr. Wigleyasked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will state the procedure which should be followed by farmers in Wales who wish to claim compensation from the Government for losses incurred as a result of the ban on the movement of lambs in parts of Gwynedd and Clwyd.
§ Mr. Nicholas EdwardsIn his statement to the House on 20 June my right hon. Friend the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food confirmed that the Government will, if necessary, be prepared to discuss cases of compensation for severe loss in particular circumstances to specific farmers. It is, however, too early to assess the extent of any losses or compensation.